I am awed by the variety of themes, styles, and techniques showcased in the Crazy for Quilts Contest Gallery at The Alliance for American Quilts. You have got to see these crazy quilts! Set aside a little time, because you’re going to…
A new design from Eva
I was already in love with the elegant and original embroidered softies created by Eva of Apple & Eve. Her bunnies and hedgehogs are so dear, I sigh each time I see a new photo. How much cuteness can one woman produce?…
Free chart: Cross-stitch owl
Check out this free chart from CoatsCrafts.co.uk. The site says,
Stitch this colourful cross stitch owl on black aida for a modern picture – great for a child’s bedroom, an owl lover or perhaps a brainy bird you know.
Roll your embroidery!
kootoyoo tells us to stop folding and scrunching our embroidery WIPs. Be gentle to your projects: Roll them. And store them in stylish, functional boxes recycled from kitchen debris. The how-to is available in slideshow and PDF formats. See the tute.
Overcome your fear of satin stitch
Embroidery maven Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching demonstrates how to fill an area with plain or padded satin stitch. If you’ve been limiting your embroidery to outline stitches, here’s your chance to stretch a bit and add some elegance to your projects.…
Lion Brand New Fiber Artist Joetta Maue
What a fascinating fiber artist featured on Lion Brand Yarn Studio. Joetta has created a stunning wall hanging for this occasion. Her work will be shown from now until the end of October we are proud to display her wonderful … Read More...
Lion Brand New Fiber Artist Joetta Maue
What a fascinating fiber artist featured on Lion Brand Yarn Studio. Joetta has created a stunning wall hanging for this occasion. Her work will be shown from now until the end of October we are proud to display her wonderful…
Free needlepoint project from Janet
Stitch along with Janet Perry to recreate a Roman mosaic in needlepoint. The chart and excellent instructions are available on Janet’s blog, Nuts About Needlepoint. See the post.
Almost 101 Things to Do with Alcohol Inks
If you have been wanting to try alcohol inks with polymer clay, but haven’t been sure where to start be sure to check out this post from
Kathi of Dragonsglass.artfire.com on the Polymer Clay Smooshers blog for not quite 101 ideas to get you started!
New Releases: KI Memories
See all the new releases from KI Memories on their website. Click here to go to new releases
New Releases: KI Memories
See all the new releases from KI Memories on their website. Click here to go to new releases
Back to School Traditions: Magic School Bus
Many families have yearly traditions to get their children excited about school. This week, I’ll be posting about some of those traditions from creative bloggers.
The Magic School Bus comes to Everything’s Pink’s house and drops off some fun school supplies…
New Embroidery pattern: Flowery moose
I am loving this new embroidery pattern from Andrea Zuill. Everybody needs a flower-festooned moose! Get the link to purchase the pattern from Andrea’s Badbird’s blog.
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New pattern: Flowery moose
I am loving this new embroidery pattern from Andrea Zuill. Everybody needs a flower-festooned moose! Get the link to purchase the pattern from Andrea’s Badbird’s blog.
Free pattern: Bucket hat
Editor’s Note: This pattern is no longer available. I’ll keep a lookout for other bucket hat patterns and will post them to Craft Gossip when I find them. –Anne
The Simplicity/New Look website shares a number of free downloadable patterns, … Read More...
Free pattern: Bucket hat
The Simplicity/New Look website shares a number of free downloadable patterns, including this bucket hat. Make one in time for fall so you can snug it down over your ears during the cool weather to come. Go to the free pattern.
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Tutorial: Collapsible fabric storage buckets
A stylish baby nursery needs stylish storage solutions. Sew4Home shares a tutorial for sewing these collapsible storage buckets. But don’t limit yourself to just the nursery. These fabric buckets are useful for any room in the house, or even to … Read More...
Tutorial: Collapsible fabric storage buckets
A stylish baby nursery needs stylish storage solutions. Sew4Home shares a tutorial for sewing these collapsible storage buckets. But don’t limit yourself to just the nursery. These fabric buckets are useful for any room in the house, or even to stash…
Sneak peek: New fall patterns from Oliver + S
Oliver + S gives a peek at the two new patterns in their fall pattern line. The Jumprope Dress is a classic shirtwaist dress with rounded collar that can be made with short or long sleeves. The School Days Jacket … Read More...
Sneak peek: New fall patterns from Oliver + S
Oliver + S gives a peek at the two new patterns in their fall pattern line. The Jumprope Dress is a classic shirtwaist dress with rounded collar that can be made with short or long sleeves. The School Days Jacket &…